What is Lepus?
Q: What is Lepus?
A: Lepus is a constellation south of the celestial equator.
Q: What does the name Lepus mean?
A: The name Lepus is Latin for hare.
Q: Is the hare from any figure in Greek mythology?
A: No, the hare is not from any figure in Greek mythology.
Q: Who listed Lepus as one of the constellations?
A: Lepus was listed as one of the 48 constellations by the 2nd century astronomer Ptolemy.
Q: How many constellations are there according to modern times?
A: There are 88 modern constellations.
Q: What is the relation between Lepus and Orion?
A: Lepus is below the constellation Orion (the hunter) and is known as a hare being chased by Orion.
Q: Which constellation should not be mixed up with Lepus?
A: Lupus, the wolf, should not be mixed up with Lepus.
